2008 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1277 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4. 2010 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S4 | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |