2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 243 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
