2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (202 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |