2008 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
