2009 Audi A5 vs. 1995 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Audi Coupe. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1995 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
