2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius 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 155 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A5 | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |