2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Pathfinder
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 3950 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 395 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 2074 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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