2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 627 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
