2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Avalanche | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |