2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2010 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura CSX. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A5 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
