1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Ford Escort

To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 615 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.

Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi S6 1996 Ford Escort
Make Audi Ford
Model S6 Escort
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm


 

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