2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A5 (440 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (343 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
