2001 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 3 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
