2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
