2006 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera 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 308 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera.

Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi S6 2005 Nissan Primera
Make Audi Nissan
Model S6 Primera
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 732 Nm 159 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 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 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1770 mm