2001 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 729 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |
