2003 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 338 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
