2009 Audi A5 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 132 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
