2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2006 Audi Q7 and 2006 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi Q7 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Q7 | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |