2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
