1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 106 L |
