1995 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Audi A6.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
