2000 Nissan Pickup vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup. 2011 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Nissan Pickup | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Pickup | S8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |