2003 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
