1998 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
