2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
