2000 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escape | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |