2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2006 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Allroad | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |
