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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 920 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 4163 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |