1998 Nissan President vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan President | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | President | A6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |