2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (411 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 814 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
