2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1935 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Excursion | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |
