2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |