2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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. Both 2005 Audi A6 and 2009 Ford Escape are equipped with a 2,976 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |