2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Crew. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Crew weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Crew. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Crew |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
