2011 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 782 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Armada | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Armada | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2512 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
