2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Maserati Coupe 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 2004 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A6 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |