2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Versa | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
