2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Excursion | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |