2003 Ford F-250 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-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | F-250 | A5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 67 L |