1996 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 (420 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |