1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1689 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 167 L |