2009 Audi S5 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 1991 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi S5 1991 Toyota Lexcen
Make Audi Toyota
Model S5 Lexcen
Year Released 2009 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 354 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2740 mm