2009 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. 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 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A5 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |