2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
