2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2008 Audi RS6 and 2008 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 878 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 106 L |
