2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 90 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |
