2006 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
