2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 255 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
