2009 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S4 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |