2008 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3101 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |