2009 Audi R8 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
