2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. 2011 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | S-10 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2751 mm |
