2009 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 774 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 Volkswagen Passat. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
