2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 2 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), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GT. 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
