1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Titan.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | Titan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |