2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2003 Audi LeMans and 2003 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 409 kg more than 2003 Audi LeMans.
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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
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2003 Audi LeMans | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | LeMans | Explorer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 601 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |