2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 954 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
