2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 221 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 859 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
