2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |