2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford F-250

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-250 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-250
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 F-250
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 5408 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 495 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 2640 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 144 L


 

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