2006 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A8 (360 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |