2003 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 Cobalt
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 226 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 49 L


 

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