2010 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
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 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A5 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2833 mm |
