2008 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
