2009 Audi A5 vs. 2000 Audi S3
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2000 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
