2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 38 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Maxima | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Maxima | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
