1994 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
