1996 Audi S6 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 S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 118 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S6 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |