2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2009 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
