2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1342 kg more than 2009 Audi RS6.
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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS6. (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
