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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 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 | 1798 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |