2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy and 2009 Audi A5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Galaxy | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |