2007 Acura CSX vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura CSX would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura CSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2007 Acura CSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura CSX | 2009 Audi A5 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | CSX | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1752 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |