2002 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
