2011 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A5 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
