2011 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A8 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
