2008 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
