1996 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |
