2000 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 110 L |
