2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2833 mm |
