2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford Ka
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 Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 648 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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 (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
