2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |