2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 124 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.

Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Nissan NP300
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 NP300
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3121 cc 2486 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 75 L


 

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