2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2012 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Freestyle | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
