2003 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2003 Audi A6.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 132 L |
