2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS6 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
