2001 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
