Audi A5 2009 vs Lexus CT 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 180 HP | 99 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 142 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds | |
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Audi A5 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A5 engine produces 81 HP more power than Lexus CT, whereas torque is 178 NM more than Lexus CT. Thanks to more power Audi A5 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 3.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km | 5.8 l/100km | |
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The Lexus CT is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi A5 consumes 3.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Lexus CT, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A5 could require 510 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A5 consumes 2.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Lexus CT. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 45 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 880 km in combined cycle | 1180 km in combined cycle | |
| 1100 km on highway | 1210 km on highway | ||
| 730 km with real consumption | 770 km with real consumption | ||
| Lexus CT gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 64 mm (2.5 inches) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus CT 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. Note, however, that this Lexus CT version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 360'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Lexus CT engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi Q5 | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Audi A5 2009 2.0 engine: The engine is widely criticized for excessive oil consumption, which is one of the most common complaints from owners. This issue, partially addressed by the manufacturer by the end of 2011, persists in high-mileage engines. The primary solution is ... More about Audi A5 2009 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.71 m | 4.32 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.39 m | 1.46 m | |
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Audi A5 is larger, but lower. Audi A5 is 39 cm longer than the Lexus CT, 9 cm wider, while the height of Audi A5 is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 345 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
980 litres | 985 litres | |
| Audi A5 has 135 litres more trunk space than the Lexus CT. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Lexus CT (by 5 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A5 is 1.1 metres more than that of the Lexus CT, which means Audi A5 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`030 | 1`845 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 9000 | 8400 | |
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