2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
