2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
