1994 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
