2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2013 Audi A7.
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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Excursion | A7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2914 mm |
