2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Audi A5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
