2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
