1998 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 2,225 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
