2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
