2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mondeo | A6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |