2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 970 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |