2009 Ford Edge vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 809 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Edge | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |