2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1106 kg more than 2011 Audi S5.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fusion | S5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
