1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |