2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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2008 Nissan Altima | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Altima | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |