2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2006 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
