2005 Audi S6 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
