2008 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 (444 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 845 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1995 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
