2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 812 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
