2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
