2009 Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Atos | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
