2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue

To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 Nissan Rogue were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP) has 274 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 828 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue. 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 2008 Nissan Rogue. 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) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S8 2008 Nissan Rogue
Make Audi Nissan
Model S8 Rogue
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 170 HP
Torque 540 Nm 237 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1112 kg
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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