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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 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 910 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 240 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 | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2572 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 | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |