2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
