2009 Ford F-350 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 F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 794 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | F-350 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 67 L |