2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 144 L |
