2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A5 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |
