2009 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Econovan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |