2009 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
