2000 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |