2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1133 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.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
