2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 (350 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |