2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 20 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.

Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Pathfinder
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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