2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 73.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |