2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Explorer weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Explorer. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
