2005 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
