2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
