2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Armada | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
