2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford F-150

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.

Because 2005 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Ford F-150
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 F-150
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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