2009 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 2 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A5 | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |