2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
