2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | A6 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
