2009 Audi A5 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara 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 74 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 110 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 (330 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A5 | Solara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |