2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Maxima | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Maxima | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 339 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 | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
