2004 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
