2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |
