2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
