2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford Ikon

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ikon. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Ford Ikon
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Ikon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 74 HP
Torque 350 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 246 km/hour 171 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 14.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 1050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L


 

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