2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mondeo | A6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2912 mm |