1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 11 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
