2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fusion. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
