2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
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 Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A5 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
