2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (442 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
