2008 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Altima. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
