2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX

To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A5 2007 Toyota RunX
Make Audi Toyota
Model A5 RunX
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 71.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 230 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 60 L


 

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