2009 Audi S6 vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S6 | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |