2005 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 1995 Nissan Sunny
Make Audi Nissan
Model A8 Sunny
Year Released 2005 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2540 mm