2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A5 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 97 L |
