2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
