2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP) has 310 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | R8 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | rear |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |