2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest

To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 19 kg more than 2003 Audi A6.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2003 Nissan Quest
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Quest
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1824 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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