2008 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 331 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi A5 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A5 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |