2009 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 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 S4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
