2012 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
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 R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1267 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
