2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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, 2005 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
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2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |