2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 842 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | F-450 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 142 L |