2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS6 and 2004 Maserati Spyder were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi RS6 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | RS6 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |