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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 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 705 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 (395 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
