2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Nissan Pickup were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Nissan Pickup are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |