2005 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 2006 Audi A6 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Cobra | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |