2008 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A8 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |