2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |