2003 Nissan Almera vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera. 2009 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Almera | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Almera | R8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
