2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 485 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 Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape. 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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 Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Avantissimo | Escape |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
