2009 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 980 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
