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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6200 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 346 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.
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, 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 | 4172 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2131 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |