2000 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 2010 Nissan Sentra
Make Audi Nissan
Model A8 Sentra
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3695 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1387 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4575 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1501 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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