2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 De Tomaso Pantera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 De Tomaso Pantera 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 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A6 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
