2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1501 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Excursion | A5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 67 L |