2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Pathfinder | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |
