2009 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2013 Subaru BRZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Subaru BRZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A5 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
