1998 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
