2009 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 259 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.
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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A5 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
