1994 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
