1994 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 13 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
