2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |