2009 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
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 Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8. 2006 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
