2002 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A8 2006 Nissan Altima
Make Audi Nissan
Model A8 Altima
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 76 L


 

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