2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. 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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
