1996 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 448 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 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |