2005 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
