2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2006 Maserati Coupe 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 2006 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
