2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 651 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (288 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 65 L |
