2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
