2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escape | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
