2007 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
