2008 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Audi A4

To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A5 2007 Audi A4
Make Audi Audi
Model A5 A4
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3123 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 349 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 63 L


 

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