2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Pathfinder
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 526 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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