2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi Q7 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Q7 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |