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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 3129 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |