2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
