1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Explorer | A5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
