2001 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
Model | Aurora | A5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |