2009 Audi S5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan

To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 181 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Audi S5.

Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi S5 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model S5 Multivan
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 354 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 249 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 2274 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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