2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 944 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 115 L |
