1999 Toyota Vitz vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Vitz | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Vitz | A5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |