2008 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
