2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | F-150 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2751 mm |
