1996 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 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 74 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 162 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi S6 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S6 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1922 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |