2003 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 9 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Rogue. 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 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
