2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 908 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-350. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| 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 | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |
