2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon. 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 Falcon. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
