2001 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 266 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
