2007 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
