2009 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |