2004 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A6 (230 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
