2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2000 Ford Excursion
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Excursion
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 5406 cc
Horse Power 161 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 3210 kg
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 167 L


 

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