1996 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 144 L |
