2009 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 562 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 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A5 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |