2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Ford Falcon
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Falcon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4179 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1581 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2930 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 70 L


 

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