2006 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 2006 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
