Infiniti Q50 2017 vs Audi A5 2009
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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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 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 HP | 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds | |
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Infiniti Q50 is more dynamic to drive. Infiniti Q50 engine produces 31 HP more power than Audi A5, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Audi A5. Thanks to more power Infiniti Q50 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 | 7.2 | |
| Infiniti Q50 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5, which means that by driving the Infiniti Q50 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1140 km in combined cycle | 880 km in combined cycle | |
| 1400 km on highway | 1100 km on highway | ||
| Infiniti Q50 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A5) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Infiniti Q50) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| 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: | 4.81 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.39 m | |
| Infiniti Q50 is 10 cm longer than the Audi A5, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Infiniti Q50 is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 980 litres | |
| Infiniti Q50 has 20 litres more trunk space than the Audi A5. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.2 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Infiniti Q50 is 0.7 metres more than that of the Audi A5, which means Infiniti Q50 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`030 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 8800 | |
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