2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2010 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
