2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
