2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,773 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Micra 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.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Nissan Micra
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Micra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2773 cc 1596 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.4 mm 83.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1092 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 46 L