2009 Audi A5 vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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 68 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A5 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
