2009 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S6 | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |