2008 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1670 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
