1994 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 10 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
