1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Xterra | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2992 mm |
