2012 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
