2008 Audi S5 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 667 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S5 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
