2007 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
