2008 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra

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 Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 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 Sentra. 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 (540 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2000 Nissan Sentra
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Sentra
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5202 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 429 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 184 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2630 mm