1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi RS2. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi RS2. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi RS2 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi RS2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi RS2 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | RS2 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 3370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3490 mm |