2000 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 2273 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 R8 (339 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
