2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
