2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Altima | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
