1994 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 14 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
