2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 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), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 510 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |