2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
