2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 112 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Altima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |