2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Patrol
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.9:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 15.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 2410 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L


 

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