2001 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Maxima | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3122 mm |
