2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari A10 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ascari A10. 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2006 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Audi | Ascari |
Model | A5 | A10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2636 mm |