2009 Audi A5 vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
