2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Impala | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
