2007 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
