2011 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A5 would be higher. Both 2011 Audi A3 and 2010 Audi A5 are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi A3 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |