2009 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 4 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2366 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 167 L |