2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol 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 Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |