2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |