2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 175 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |