2009 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Stagea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |