2008 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 702 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
