2005 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S6 (420 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
