2003 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Vauxhall Monaro | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Audi |
Model | Monaro | A6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2842 mm |