2009 Audi S5 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Fit 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 245 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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 2008 Honda Fit. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit 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. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S5 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S5 | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |