2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, both 2012 Ford Expedition and 2012 Audi S6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S6 (414 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition.
Because 2012 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S6 (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 2012 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | S6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
