2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
