2000 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
