2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | A6 | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
