2009 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
