2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escape | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |