2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-350. 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 132 L |