2005 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Audi A5
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5. 2008 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2005 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2005 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 2008 Audi A5 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
