2009 Audi S5 vs. 2009 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2009 Audi S5 and 2009 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus SC weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Audi S5.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus SC. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus SC. 2009 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S5 | 2009 Lexus SC | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | S5 | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |