2004 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 551 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi A6 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |