2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Cougar | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Cougar | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2913 mm |