2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.

Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2009 Ford Falcon
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Falcon
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3129 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 99.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4967 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1868 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2838 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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