2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (401 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Freestar |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |