2005 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
