1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 173 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |