2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen

To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi RS6 1997 Nissan Rasheen
Make Audi Nissan
Model RS6 Rasheen
Year Released 2003 1997
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4163 cc 1837 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2440 mm


 

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