2009 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
