2009 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |