2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 41 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 783 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima. 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 2008 Nissan Maxima. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |