2012 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
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 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A8 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4660 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 |