2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (170 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |