2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2006 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
