2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 944 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
