2012 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2008 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A5 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |