2008 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera 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 184 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 588 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. 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 2003 Nissan Primera. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2003 Nissan Primera
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Primera
Year Released 2008 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1272 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L