2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |