2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2004 Audi RS6.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
