2002 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2002 Audi A6 and 2002 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2002 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Escape |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |