2002 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (400 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 2783 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (559 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
