2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Sentra | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
