2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
