2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford Falcon

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Ford Falcon
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Falcon
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.7 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1485 kg
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2730 mm


 

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