2008 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (400 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1625 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
