2002 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan X-Trail | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | X-Trail | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1645 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
