2004 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
