2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 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 61 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 655 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |