2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 612 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 RS6 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 RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
