2012 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, both 2012 Audi A5 and 2012 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 201 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
