2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Ford Ka 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. 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 Ka. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
