2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |