2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 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 455 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
