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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
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 | 2262 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |