2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
