2005 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1522 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
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 (759 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 3282 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 167 L |
