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 2,393 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 2393 cc | 1994 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |