2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2009 Nissan Armada
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Armada
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1990 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 106 L


 

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