2005 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 125 L |
