2005 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 142 L |
