2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z

To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A6 2010 Nissan 370Z
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 370Z
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4247 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1326 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 72 L