2009 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Ford Galaxy
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 Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1998 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
