2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
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 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escape | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4134 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
