1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Audi S5.
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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | S5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
