2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
