2012 Audi S8 vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 375 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S8 | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 513 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2760 mm |
