2012 Audi S5 vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, both 2012 Audi S5 and 2012 Audi S6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S6 (414 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (333 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S6 (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
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2012 Audi S5 | 2012 Audi S6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S5 | S6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |