2006 Audi S6 vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
