2008 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.

Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A8 2011 Nissan Frontier
Make Audi Nissan
Model A8 Frontier
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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