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 447 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 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 415 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 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 | 2698 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2636 mm |