2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
