2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Envoy. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A5 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
