2003 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
