2001 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
