2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |