2001 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
