2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Marcos TSO were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A6 | TSO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
