2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
