2005 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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 A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |