2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 551 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |