2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Trans Sport | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
