2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |