1996 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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 182 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S6 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |