2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Audi R8 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Frontier | R8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |