2003 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1456 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |