2009 Audi S5 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S5.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S5 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |
