2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger. 2009 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Avenger | S5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
