2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
