2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | E-250 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
