1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |