2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7.
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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
