2008 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Nissan President

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan President weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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 2000 Nissan President. 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, 2000 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2000 Nissan President
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 President
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3040 mm