2003 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ascari A10

To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Ascari A10.

Because 2006 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2006 Ascari A10
Make Audi Ascari
Model A6 A10
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2976 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 625 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 2.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1138 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2636 mm