2009 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A5 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |