2009 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A5 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
