2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Ford GT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Ford GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5408 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
