2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |