2007 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 1994 Nissan President | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |