2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi RS6 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | RS6 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |