2007 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (248 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
