2008 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford Edge. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
