2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1136 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
