2006 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |