2005 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 882 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2652 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |
