A6 C4 vs Maxima A32: which is better?
Audi A6 C4 (1994–1997) vs Nissan Maxima A32 (1994–2000): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Audi A6 C4
Nissan Maxima A32Specifications
| Audi A6 C4 | Nissan Maxima A32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 1994–1997 | 1994–2000 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.6 V6 | 2.0 V6 |
| Power, up to | 150 hp | 140 hp |
| Torque, up to | 225 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 796 mm | 4 810 mm |
| Width | 1 783 mm | 1 770 mm |
| Height | 1 430 mm | 1 415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 687 mm | 2 700 mm |
| Fuel tank | 80 L | 70 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 39 625 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Audi A6 C4
Pros
- Large tank: 80 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Age: the last cars were built in 1997, condition is everything
Nissan Maxima A32
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Large tank: 70 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Nissan VQ (V6): oil consumption on some engines
- Age: the last cars were built in 2000, condition is everything
Engine (Nissan VQ (V6)): oil consumption on some engines; catalytic converter breakdown and cylinder scoring; valve cover leaks.
Which one to choose
- A6 C4 — if you care more about: power, torque, fuel tank.
- Maxima A32 — if you care more about: wheelbase, kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: A6 C4 or Maxima A32?
A6 C4: up to 150 hp, Maxima A32: up to 140 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: A6 C4 — about 39 625 ₸, Maxima A32 — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.
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