2009 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (260 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 592 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A5 | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |