2001 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 895 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3160 mm |
