2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Audi A5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Audi A5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Camry 2013 Audi A5
Make Toyota Audi
Model Camry A5
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front rear
Engine Size 2360 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 208 HP
Torque 217 Nm 350 Nm
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 92.8 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1444 kg 1629 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4626 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1372 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.1 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 9.5 L/100km


 

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