2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1436 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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 (576 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (560 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 167 L |
