2006 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1860 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 3370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |