2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 9 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 142 L |
