1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
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1985 GMC Suburban | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Suburban | Q5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2807 mm |