1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
