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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2101 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.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 167 L |
