2012 Audi A5 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A5 | Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 35 L |
