2012 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A5 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 133 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A5 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
