2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 3 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | F-350 | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 63 L |
