Audi A5 2009 vs Audi A6 2011
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| 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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Audi A5) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Audi A6) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 180 HP | 177 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
| Audi A5 engine produces 3 HP more power than Audi A6, but torque is 60 NM less than Audi A6. Thanks to more power Audi A5 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 5.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km | 7.4 l/100km | |
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The Audi A6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi A5 consumes 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A5 could require 330 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A5 consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 880 km in combined cycle | 1300 km in combined cycle | |
| 1100 km on highway | 1470 km on highway | ||
| 730 km with real consumption | 870 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| 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 | 4.92 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.39 m | 1.46 m | |
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Audi A5 is smaller. Audi A5 is 20 cm shorter than the Audi A6, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Audi A5 is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 530 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
980 litres | no data | |
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Audi A6 has more luggage space. Audi A5 has 50 litres less trunk space than the Audi A6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A5 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Audi A6, which means Audi A5 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`030 | 2`165 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Audi A6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi A5 has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Audi A6, so Audi A6 quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 9000 | 10 800 | |
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