2007 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
