1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 305 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Peugeot | Audi |
Model | 305 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1472 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |