2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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. Both 2005 Audi A6 and 2007 Ford Fusion are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
