2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 11 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 6,005 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (414 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 37 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (542 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6005 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
