1995 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 990 kg more than 1995 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A6 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |