2008 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
