2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 377 kg more than 2009 Audi RS6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS6 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
