2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
