2002 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 568 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (450 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
