2001 Honda Z vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Z | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Z | A5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |