2011 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A5 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A5 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |