2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi LeMans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi LeMans would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | LeMans | A5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
