2008 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
