2012 Audi RS5 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi RS5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi RS5 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 2013 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi RS5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi RS5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi RS5 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS5 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
