2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 167 L |