2008 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
