2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape.
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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |