2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |