2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
