2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2055 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Excursion | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |