2008 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Stagea |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |