2006 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 707 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |