2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (211 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | XR 8 Xplod |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
