1999 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 277 kg more than 1999 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
