1999 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 14 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |