2005 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge. 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S6 | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |