2002 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 528 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.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
