2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1250 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A5 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |