2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
