2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 644 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Allroad | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
