2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | F430 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |