1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2011 Audi Q5

To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 2011 Audi Q5
Make Mercedes-Benz Audi
Model 200 Q5
Year Released 1985 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1500 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2807 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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