2003 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |