2009 Scion xB 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 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Scion xB would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Scion xB. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion xB.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Scion xB. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xB. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Scion xB | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Scion | Audi |
| Model | xB | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
