2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Titan. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |