1996 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 104 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (231 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 48 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
