2008 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Audi A5. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
