2001 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 12 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
