2011 Audi S5 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi S5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 2012 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi S5 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S5 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
