2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1341 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 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |