2003 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 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 98 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
