2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Altima | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
