1998 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
