2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | E-350 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |