2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | A6 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
