2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 135 L |
