2008 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1309 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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, 2008 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Armada. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
