2000 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2000 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 Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 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 Weight | 1395 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
