2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 935 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Nissan Patrol
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Patrol
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 4757 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 254 HP
Torque 196 Nm 425 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 203 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2385 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2980 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 135 L


 

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