2011 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 Audi A5

To start off, both 2011 Ford Galaxy and 2011 Audi A5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Galaxy.

Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Galaxy. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford Galaxy 2011 Audi A5
Make Ford Audi
Model Galaxy A5
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 113 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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