2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Ford Escape

To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 320 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.

Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A5 2006 Ford Escape
Make Audi Ford
Model A5 Escape
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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