2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 1581 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |
