2012 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Audi A5

To start off, both 2012 Audi A4 and 2012 Audi A5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Audi A4 and 2012 Audi A5 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4.

Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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.

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2012 Audi A4 2012 Audi A5
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 A5
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 242 HP 328 HP
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors