2012 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic

To start off, both 2012 Audi A5 and 2012 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.

Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Audi A5 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A5 Sonic
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 211 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 46 L


 

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