2009 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
