2006 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2009 Nissan Armada. (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
