2004 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 291 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
