2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 945 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |
