2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
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 S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2008 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | S-Max |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |