1991 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 209 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
