2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (450 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q5 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
