2009 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 805 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.

Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A5 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A5 Colorado
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3197 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 72 L


 

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