2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escape | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| 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 | 57 L | 90 L |
