2011 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
