2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1261 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.
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 (475 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5408 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
