2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | F-150 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 70 L |
