2005 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
