2004 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |