2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Nissan 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | 1400 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2916 mm |
