2006 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
