1996 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 13 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
