2001 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (154 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Laurel 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 2000 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel. 2000 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A6 | 2000 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |