2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
