2008 Audi A5 vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | Moco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
