2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 314 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (431 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |