2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
