2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 414 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (475 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Avantissimo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
