2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |