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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 855 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.

Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 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 Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 4759 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 425 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 241 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 2390 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2980 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 135 L


 

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