2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion.
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 (759 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Excursion | S5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 64 L |
