2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |