2009 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
