2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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 Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |