2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 178 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Nissan Terrano. 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 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Terrano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |