1995 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio

To start off, both 1995 Audi A6 and 1995 Ford Scorpio were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1995 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Audi A6 1995 Ford Scorpio
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Scorpio
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2935 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm


 

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