2005 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Celica | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Celica | S5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |