2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
