2009 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 386 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | R8 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |