2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
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 F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
