2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1044 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 (450 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
