1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 14 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 191 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
