2002 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
