1997 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
