2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
