2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition

To start off, both 2005 Audi RS6 and 2005 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi RS6 2005 Ford Expedition
Make Audi Ford
Model RS6 Expedition
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 495 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1279 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 106 L