2012 Audi RS5 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi RS5 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
