2011 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
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 Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi R8 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
