2009 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1813 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | NV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
