2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2007 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |