2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Statesman | S6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2847 mm |
