2009 Audi S5 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 Audi S5 and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Audi A4 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. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S5 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S5 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |