2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1216 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 144 L |