2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
