2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2006 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |