1997 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 194 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
