2003 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 918 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 2007 Ford Ka. 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 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
