2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
