2011 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi S6 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2768 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2847 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
