2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-450. 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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 144 L |
