2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 12 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
