1998 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 10 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
