1997 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 214 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |