2012 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 22 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Murano | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Murano | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 260 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
