2003 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |