2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2001 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
