2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 5 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), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1184 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.
Because 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | NV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
