2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Audi S5

To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Audi S5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2009 Audi S5
Make Audi Audi
Model A3 S5
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1948 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 354 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 63 L


 

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