2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
