2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |