2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. 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 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Edge |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |