2008 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 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 363 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Micra. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Micra 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.
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2008 Audi S8 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | Micra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |