2000 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 9 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 711 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
