2009 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Fiesta | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |