2012 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 310 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Audi A7.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen T5 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | T5 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2914 mm |
