1997 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 644 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
