2007 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |