2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 7 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari A10. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari A10 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 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | A6 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2636 mm |
