2006 Ford F-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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | F-250 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3121 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |