2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima

To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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 (360 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A8 2007 Nissan Maxima
Make Audi Nissan
Model A8 Maxima
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3697 cc 3505 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 255 HP
Torque 360 Nm 342 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.4 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1776 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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