2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
