2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
