2012 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A5 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Tundra | A5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |