1997 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
