2002 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2640 mm |
