2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 7 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 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 291 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
