2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
