2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Hardbody | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 90 L |
