Audi A5 2009 vs Volkswagen Passat CC 2012

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Audi A5
2009 - 2011
Volkswagen Passat CC
2012 - 2015
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.8 - 3.21.8 - 3.6

Performance

Power: 143 - 265 HP152 - 300 HP
Torque: 250 - 500 NM250 - 350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 - 9.7 seconds5.5 - 8.6 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.2 - 9.35.5 - 9.3
Audi A5 petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Passat CC. On average, Audi A5 equipped with diesel engines consume 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat CC.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 64 mm (2.5 inches)124 mm (4.9 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Passat CC can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.71 m4.80 m
Width: 1.85 m1.86 m
Height: 1.39 m1.42 m
Audi A5 is smaller.
Audi A5 is 9 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Passat CC, width is practically the same , while the height of Audi A5 is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 1480 litres532 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1283 litresno data
Audi A5 has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, Audi A5 has 948 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat CC. The Volkswagen Passat CC may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter: 11.5 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A5 is 0.1 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Passat CC.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 2`114~ 2`000
Safety: no datano data
Quality:
above average

low
Average price (€): 880015 200
Pros and Cons: Audi A5 has
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
Volkswagen Passat CC has
  • lower fuel consumption for diesel engines
  • higher ground clearance
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