1996 Audi S6 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 S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 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 38 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi S6 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 S6 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |