1995 Audi S6 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi S6 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
