2007 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
