2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 749 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.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 136 L |
