2003 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 905 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 276 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |