2003 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
