2002 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 286 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 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 | 1860 kg | 2146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |