2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mondeo | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1364 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |