1999 Nissan President vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan President | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | President | A6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2842 mm |