2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 284 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2005 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Allroad | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
