2009 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2013 Porsche 911 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. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |