2011 Ford Flex vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Flex | S5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
