2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2006 Audi Allroad and 2006 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Allroad | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |
