2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ranger | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
