2003 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 7 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300.
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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
