2004 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.

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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 1997 Nissan 400 R
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 400 R
Year Released 2004 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2768 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 471 Nm
Top Speed 246 km/hour 318 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm