2003 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R

To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 6 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.

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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2009 Nissan GT-R
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 GT-R
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 3799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 226 HP 481 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 583 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 74 L


 

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