2003 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 275 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Quest | S8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2992 mm |
