2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
