2009 Audi A5 vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A5 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
