2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 653 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Expedition | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |