1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Falcon | S5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |